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S26 - Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor

Gain the skills and knowledge required for S26 Statutory Supervisors in Western Australian mining operations

Duration
Flexible
Cost
$1000
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S26 - Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor overview

This combined skill set course of BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs and RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process provides the mandatory WHS risk management competency requirements for Statutory Supervisor appointments in Western Australia under the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022, Part 10.7A. Participants will acquire the skills necessary to manage operational risks, implement WHS policies, and prepare for the required DEMIRS Statutory Supervisor Legislation Exam.

What will I learn?
  • Legislative Compliance: Interpreting and applying the WHS Act 2020 (WA) and WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022 for Schedule 26 statutory roles.
  • Risk Management Facilitation: Planning and facilitating risk assessment exercises and identifying acute and long-term health hazards.
  • Implementation of Controls: Selecting and implementing hazard treatments utilizing the Hierarchy of Controls.
  • WHS Policy Monitoring: Implementing and monitoring WHS policies, programs, and safety management systems within a specific work area.
  • Consultation and Communication: Utilizing methods for communicating WHS information to teams and facilitating worker participation.
  • Incident Investigation: Conducting hazard inspections, investigating workplace incidents, and reporting on risk control effectiveness.
  • Handover and Documentation: Maintaining WHS records and preparing statutory shift handover reports.
  • Training Needs Analysis: Identifying WHS training requirements, coaching, and mentoring team members.
Upon completion, participants will satisfy the WHS training eligibility criteria for appointment as a Statutory Supervisor in WA. This training, combined with practical experience, prepares candidates to satisfy requirements for the WorkSafe WA legislation examination.

 

  • Age: Participants must be a minimum of 18 years old
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI): A valid USI must be provided prior to course commencement
  • Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital needs (LLND) must be assessed before commencing the course you are enrolled for. You need to be confident to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate directly and using vehicle radios.
  • Identification: Official Photo Identification will need to be presented on the day of your course
  • This combined course set is for those with supervisory responsibilities in work areas.
  • They required broad knowledge of WHS policies and contribute in creating solutions to problems through in-depth analysis and evaluation of information from other supervisors and work groups.
  • These units are required for candidates of the Statutory Supervisor Exam.

Mining operations are required to appoint qualified and experienced persons who have undertaken and successfully attained these required health and safety risk management units as well as successfully completing the Mines statutory examination.

These units combined in our course:

  • Builds strong capability in identifying hazards, assessing risks, applying controls and reviewing their effectiveness
  • Develop your practical skills in consultations, communication, incident reporting and issue resolution within a work team
  • Enhances ability to implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs in line with legislative requirements
  • Supports exam readiness for WA statutory positions through targeted content, WA‑specific legislation, and structured learning resources

In Western Australia, Part 10.7A of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 [WHS (Mines) Regulations] prescribes positions in relation to mines. These statutory positions are appointed by the mine operator to carry out specific functions in relation to the operations of a mine.

Statutory positions are classified in several categories, with different functions and obligations, and levels of knowledge, experience and formal qualifications for the appointed persons.

 

While this unit provides skills relevant to the roles listed above, completion does not guarantee employment or specific job placement

Upon completion of the two units of this course, students will be able to:

BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs – Outcomes 1-5
RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process – Outcomes 6-11

  • Provide information to work team about WHS policies and procedures
  • Implement and monitor work team consultative arrangements for managing WHS
  • Implement and monitor organisational procedures for providing WHS training to work team
  • Implement and monitor organisational procedures and legal requirements for identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risks
  • Implement and monitor organisational procedures for maintaining WHS records
  • Plan and prepare for implementing the risk management process
  • Identify workplace hazards
  • Assess workplace risks and identify unacceptable risk levels
  • Identify potential actions and develop risk controls
  • Implement and evaluate risk control
  • Audit the risk management process and complete records

This course includes the following nationally recognised unit(s) of competency:

National Training Register – RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process is a standalone unit of competency, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

National Training Register – BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs – is a standalone unit of competency, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Unit CodeUnit Name
BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process
  • Participants will need sufficient English skills to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate during classroom and practical demonstrations and assessments.
  • A pre-course LLND assessment ensures you have the reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills needed to successfully complete the course.
  • Digital Literacy – you will require digital technology proficiency sufficient to use and navigate various forms of digital and electronic tools, platforms and technology to communicate and demonstrate understanding of course information and skills.

There are no pre-requisite units for this course set

The following methods will be used to assess competency:

  • Assessor Checklists
  • Theoretical Assessments including short answer and multi-choice questions
  • Individual and team based practical and scenario assessments

This course combines National Training Register – BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs and National Training Register – RIIRIS402E Carry out the risk management process

Both units are nationally recognised competencies accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Successful students will receive Statement of Attainments issued by an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) upon demonstrating competency of all assessment requirements of each unit.

Training and Assessment delivered under the auspices and in partnership arrangement on behalf of Health Security & Education Pty Ltd, RTO 40907.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training materials will be provided on the day of your course.

  • Our Forrestdale Training Facility has a compact kitchen area with an automated tea/coffee machine.
  • A fridge and microwave are provided for participants to store and heat their own snacks/meals.
  • A vending machine is stocked with quick snacks, healthy options and bottle/canned drinks.
  • Alternatively, there are a variety of food outlets and cafes close by. We recommend purchasing before your course starts as business may change advertised operating hours without notice.
Please bring your own water bottle – we have a cold-water unit for refills.

Courses include practical demonstrations and assessments that all participants are required to be involved in.

All participants are required to wear:
• Long pants
• Long sleeved shirts
• Steel cap safety boots
• Prescription glasses if worn.

We also encourage you to dress accordingly for weather conditions and suggest the following items:
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Additional clothing to keep dry/warm if raining or windy

On the day of your course, you will be required to provide official photo identification on arrival at our Forrestdale Training Centre or other training locations.

• Official photo identification includes Driver Licence, Passport or Australian State or Territory issued Photo Card.

Expired identification will not be accepted.

  • We will capture training, demonstrations and assessment by taking photographs or video or sound recordings.
  • We will include in our enrolment package to you a photographic/media consent form which details the collection and use of your personal image in any way by Risk Management Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RMTS) for print and digital communications, publications, productions or presentations as well as for identification purposes and as evidence of participation and assessment activity.
  • Your completed consent form will be placed on file and retained by RMTS. We will also advise you in this form on how you can withdraw your consent.

This course is delivered over a flexible schedule to accommodate enrolled students.

This course is delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments.  See our locations below:

  • Forrestdale office
  • On site
  • In your workplace/office

RMTS can deliver many of our courses at your nominated site or in your workplace.

Why send staff off‑site when RMTS can deliver high‑impact training right at your location?

Contact us to tailor a site-specific program and create a delivery plan built specifically for your operational needs.

Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location

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  • RMTS Fee Policy - Full fees are payable upfront to secure your enrolment
  • Corporate Bookings - We are able to provide an invoice upon receipt of your purchase order
  • Location - Fees displayed are applicable to training conducted at our Forrestdale Training Facility only

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